
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oakland Neighborhood of Oakland, CA (54 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Oakland area of Oakland with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Lantana Uptown

** The Union ** Luxury and Modernity **

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Atlas

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Hanover Northgate

Town29

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1900 Broadway

The Uptown

ReNew on Merritt

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The Skylyne at Temescal
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Bel Aire Courtyard

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ANDYS at 1510 Webster Street

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One Piedmont

Alexan Webster

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Alta Waverly

19th & Harrison

The Emery

Mily on Piedmont

Caspian
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336 Wayne Ave

1506 4th Ave

378 Belmont St

3215 Filbert St

Pacific Cannery Lofts

Webster Eleven

777 Broadway

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Modera Jack London Square

1200 Lakeshore

The Grand

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Hanover Broadway

210 Athol Ave
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Edson House

330 Adams St

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Carroll Manor

418 Vernon St

3000 Richmond Blvd

Piedmont Gardens
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Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oakland Studio Apartments | $2,173 | $895 | $6,500 |
| Downtown Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,947 | $1,747 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,942 | $800 | $6,748 |
| Downtown Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $1,802 | $5,914 |
| Downtown Oakland 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,808 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Oakland, Oakland, CA
Ranked #2
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Oakland
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Oakland?
There are currently 1,280 Studio Apartments in Downtown Oakland with rent ranges from $895 to $6,500 with an average price of $4,375.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Oakland Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Oakland ranges from $1,250 to $10,099 with an average monthly rent of $2,881.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Oakland cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Oakland range from $1,747 to $11,639. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,947.
How expensive are Downtown Oakland Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 342 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Oakland on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $6,748 - averaging $3,942 for the location.
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